1970 Mazda 616 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda 616 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 616 | CLS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2875 mm |